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- prefix organic chemistry Used as a
combining form to denote the presence of 4carbon atoms in the parent chain when forming names oforganic compounds .
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Probably is running for president, so we're going to be talking a lot more about him, James, but-
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The intense, Oscar-winning "Bad" is anything but- a first-rate ensemble piece that will keep you glued to the final credits.
John Farr: Kirk Douglas Turns 95! John Farr 2011
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I mean, that's the real potential game changer, but-
The Debt Showdown 2011
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Freeman: Well, I'm talking in the context of negotiations with President Obama here, but-
The Debt Showdown 2011
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Whitehall, 23, has previously appeared too eager to please but- playing his largest-ever London solo gig - his elaborate stories about everything from chain restaurants and reality TV to his doting mother and cranky father, who were in the audience, had room to breathe.
Evening Standard - Home Bruce Dessau 2011
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